Feeling Inadequate for Scholarships/Programs

CarrieC92
Tue, 01 Mar 2011 14:43:52 +0000

Currently there is a program that I am really interested in applying for, however I keep thinking that I should not even bother applying because I will not get chosen.

I’m looking into the Fulbright Commission UK Summer Program, and I meet the minimum qualifications (at least 18 years old, Freshman or Sophomore in College, 3.5 and above GPA) but I don’t think I will make it. It’s just that, I always think, there are others all over the US that are higher qualified than me. In high school I was active, I graduated with excellent grades and an IB diploma, I did lots of community service, and I was active in clubs and societies; but I feel like there are others that are so much more qualified.

It’s really discouraging to think about. I feel like this program is EXTREMELY competitive. It’s nationwide and very few students get chosen.

Another thing I am unsure of is that you need reference letters. I’m currently a Freshman in her second semester of college, and I’m not really close to any of my professors well enough that they could write me a great letter of recommendation.

I’ve been emailing my Director of Prestigious Awards in my Honors college about meeting, but she asked me for a resume, which I do not even have one prepared. Should I just cancel and try this program out again next year as a sophomore?